Invitation

SEAFOOD DIRECTIONS 23-25 OCTOBER 2011

Seafood Directions 2011 will be hosted by the Queensland Seafood Marketers Association, Queensland Seafood Industry Association and the Australian Prawn Farmers Association.

The overarching theme of the Seafood Directions 2011 Conference will be
"The Productivity Challenge". The Conference steering committee in consultation with the Seafood Industry have set the benchmark showcasing an informative and exciting conference. All aspects of the processes that define the areas of the productivity challenge will be examined in depth. The steering committee will select the most informative presenters to inspire and provide direction for the industry.

Seafood Directions 2011 will deliver a tight program presenting new innovations and products to help your business become more efficient in supplying the consumer with fresh Australian Seafood. The conference together with a trade exhibition will maximise your involvement and exposure to the seafood industry and allow opportunities for increasing your professional network.

With the intensity of Seafood Directions 2011, the conference steering committee has developed a social element, which will incorporate the 6th Australian Seafood Industry Awards. The ceremony will take place within the Gold Coast Convention Centre and highlight some of Queensland's finest seafood. All delegates are encouraged to attend as this event celebrates and recognises the outstanding positive achievements by individuals, business or agencies toward improving the Australian Seafood Industry.

As the Chair of the Queensland Seafood Marketers Association and on behalf of my Co-Hosts I look forward to your participation in Seafood Directions 2011.

James Fogarty
Chairman
Queensland Seafood Marketers Association.

STEERING COMMITTEE

James Fogarty
Chairman
Queensland Seafood Marketers Association

Martin Perkins
Executive Officer
Queensland Seafood Marketers Association

Helen Jenkins
Executive Officer
Australian Prawn Farmers Association

Nick Moore
President
Australian Prawn Farmers Association

Dr. Michael Gardner
President
Queensland Seafood Industry Association

Winston Harris
Executive Officer
Queensland Seafood Industry Association

Colin Shelley
Fisheries Queensland
Department of Employment, Economic Development and Innovation

Peter Horvat
Communications Manager
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation

Karen Vohland
Director, Reef Guardian Program
Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority